JOB TITLE: SENIOR ASSOCIATE, INSTITUTIONAL RELATIONS, ASIA PACIFIC
JOB FUNCTION: STAFF POSITION
JOB LEVEL: 4A
LOCATION: Jakarta (preferred) or New Delhi
REPORTS TO: Director, Asia Pacific
DEPARTMENT: Regions, Asia Pacific
STATUS (FULL-TIME / PART-TIME (WITH HOURS)): FULLTIME
ABOUT THE RAINFOREST ALLIANCE
At the Rainforest Alliance, we are building an alliance to create a better
future for people and nature by making responsible business the new normal.
To advance our mission, we focus on amplifying our impact on the ground
through systemic transformation: change across the entire supply chain,
change in the relationship between people and nature, and change within our
own organization. We achieve this transformation by working in collaboration
with a wide range of stakeholders to create a stronger Alliance. Together, we
amplify the voices of farmers and forest communities, improve livelihoods,
protect biodiversity, and help people adapt to climate change in bold and
effective ways. We embrace transparency because we believe that the best way
to build trust across our alliance is through openness about our tactics, our
impact, and partners on the ground. Together, we can achieve our vision of a
world where people and nature thrive in harmony.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Associate, Institutional Relations, Asia Pacific, will be
responsible for writing and editing concept documents, proposals and reports,
maintaining effective communication with Rainforest Alliance staff based in
other geographies, and contributing to overall fundraising strategy. The
Postholder will also play a role in proactively identifying new funding
sources and securing key donor meetings in Indonesia and other Asia Pacific
countries. The focus of this position will be institutional donors, mainly
bilateral and multilateral funders with a presence in Asia, and secondarily
corporations and foundations. The Senior Associate will work closely with
Institutional Relations colleagues across the globe, as well as Program staff
throughout Asia, to compose strong written products for external use.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Work closely with colleagues globally to coordinate, write, adapt and edit
proposals and concept notes for field projects primarily in Indonesia, as
well as other Asian programs;
Proactively identify new funding resources consistent with the organization’s
revenue goals for restricted funding and strategic priorities, in close
collaboration with the Senior Manager, Institutional Relations;
Serve as a key point of contact in Asia Pacific, liaising with the
Institutional Relations team, and the Program staff in Asia, on a day-to-day
basis;
Coordinate closely with Institutional Relations team, as well as program
staff throughout Asian countries, to ensure effective alignment of
fundraising strategies with country strategies and successful execution of
donor cultivation strategies;
Conduct research to identify new revenue streams;
Support development of high quality reports for selected institutional
donors, ensuring consistency with Donor requirements;
Work closely with regional managers, to identify private sector opportunities
and follow through on the elaboration of proposals;
Ensure that fundraising data for Asia Pacific Program is up to date and
accurate within database;
Serve as a point of contact between Rainforest Alliance and key institutional
donors in Asia, representing the organization through in-person meetings,
phone calls, and written communications to advance funding opportunities;
Build awareness by representing Rainforest Alliance at relevant conferences
and events; and
Other responsibilities as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree from Business Administration, Social Study or other
relevant disciplines.
Minimum of four years’ experience in institutional fundraising.
Fluency in English is required; Fluency in Indonesian language is preferred.
Excellent English business writing skills and be able to create content for
different audiences;
Experience working with budgets and financial reports;
Ability to work regularly and collaboratively with colleagues who are based
in a different timezones;
Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as be an effective team
member;
Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills;
Knowledge and understanding of agricultural, markets-based programmes,
conservation and climate change mitigation and adaptation approaches is
strongly preferred;
Able to work well under tight deadlines and with colleagues in different time
zones;
Experience in a fast-paced work environment, preferably within a global
organization;
Strong research and computer skills required (Microsoft Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint);
Experience with Salesforce or similar databases preferred; and
Willingness and availability to travel up to 20% of time.
DEADLINE: March 14th, 2021. To apply, please visit this link Senior
Associate, Institutional relations, Asia Pacific
NOTES:
Only candidates authorized to work in Indonesia will be considered.
The Rainforest Alliance encourages diversity and inclusion across the global
organization. With this commitment to diversity, we are proud to be an equal
opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of gender, race,
color, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, ages,
disability and any other protected group.
If you have any questions about the job vacancy, please contact the HR
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